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Home My WebLink AboutA3. DRB Commission Memorandum REPORT TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission FROM: Pearl Michalson, Deputy City Clerk Stacy Ulmen CMC, City Clerk SUBJECT: (Re) Appointments to the Design Review Board MEETING DATE: August 3, 2015 MEETING TYPE Action RECOMMENDED MOTIONS: I move to reappoint Bill Rea and appoint Richard Brown and Charles Franklin to the three termed out Architect positions on the Design Review Board with updated terms ending June 30, 2017. I move to (re) appoint up to one applicant to the one termed out Architectural Historian position on the Design Review Board with an updated term ending June 30, 2017. BACKGROUND: The Design Review Board has four terms that expired June 30, 2015. Two the Architect Position terms are currently vacant and One Architect Position has termed out and the existing Board Member has reapplied. There are three new applicants and one re-applying applicant. The Design Review Board was created under Section 18.62 of the Bozeman Municipal Code. Members are appointed to staggered two-year terms. The Board is charged with the design review of certain plans and proposals and should be comprised of six professional and two non-professional members. Professional members should be degreed in their respective disciplines and/or otherwise licensed or certified by their respective professional authorities. They shall include 4 Architects, 1 Architectural historian, 1 Landscape architect/designer, and 2 non- professional members. At least one of the professional members shall have a demonstrated expertise in urban design. The non-professional members shall have an interest in, or knowledge of, architecture, urban design, or historic preservation. No member shall serve as a member of the City Planning Board or the Zoning Commission concurrently. The Board is generally advisory to the City Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and the City Commission, although it does make the final decisions on some minor applications. 138 There are four expired terms and four reapplying members. Reapplying Applicants: New Applicants: Bill Rea (Architect) Richard Brown (Architect) Mark Hufstetller (Architectural Historian) Charles Franklin (Architect) Susanne Cowan (Architectural Historian) ALTERNATIVES: As suggested by the City Commission. Attachment: Board Applications 139 From:twodotmt2@gmail.com To:Agenda Subject:Citizen Advisory Board Application Submittal Date:Friday, June 19, 2015 8:05:20 AM AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 196 Form inserted: 6/19/2015 8:04:31 AM Form updated: 6/19/2015 8:04:31 AM Name: Richard Brown Physical Address *: 507 W BABCOCK ST P.O Box: City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59715 Primary Phone *: (406) 587-6146 Additional Phone: Email *: twodotmt2@gmail.com Your current occupation *: Instructor Employer *: Gallatin College How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: >10 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Design Review Board City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: yes If so, how long?: 4 years If so, where ?: Bozeman Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: I grew up inBozeman, left for 38 years and, in 2006, returned. Since returning I have leadhistorical tours of the Cooper Park district, been a member of the Bozeman HistoricalPreservation Advisory Board, and participated in the HABS evaluation of the OsbornBlock - which was damaged by the Main Street Gas Explosion and subsequentlyrazed. I live in a 1909 home in the Cooper Park Historic District which I have beenrestoring and, last month, received the Historical Preservation Award for a garage“respecting Bozeman’s architectural and cultural history”. After college, I had two 140 careers: An art director in advertising, animation, and theme parks and, after 25years, transitioned into architecture as project manager for forensic architectural firm- eventually worked for a conventional architect. In my present semi-retirement Iteach in the Design Drafting Department at Gallatin College. Additionally, I havebegun to pursue a Masters in History at MSU concentrating primarily on the span ofMontana history between 1858 and 1880. I am interested in being in a position tomonitor Bozeman's development and I would like to contribute my experience tothat end. Thank you for you time. Reference 1 *: Courtney Kramer, City Planner ckramer@bozeman.net 582-2260 Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Mark Hufstetler, DRB Member 587-1598 Other Info: How did you hear about us?: Through Mark Hufstetler 141 From:susanne.cowan@montana.edu To:Agenda Subject:Citizen Advisory Board Application Submittal Date:Monday, July 06, 2015 5:26:10 PM AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 201 Form inserted: 7/6/2015 5:24:43 PM Form updated: 7/6/2015 5:24:43 PM Name: Susanne Physical Address *: 1420 W. Koch P.O Box: City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59715 Primary Phone *: (714) 595-2933 Additional Phone: Email *: susanne.cowan@montana.edu Your current occupation *: Professor Employer *: Montana State University How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: 1-5 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Design Review Board City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: no If so, how long?: If so, where ?: Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: I am aAssistant Professor of architecture history at Montana State University, interested inurban planning issues and public participation in urban governance. While I am not aqualified architect, I have undergraduate training in landscape architecture design,and have 10 years of experience conducting design reviews with architecturestudents. I having been living in Bozeman for just over a year and am fascinated byits unique urban development patterns. I am interested in learning more about thebuilding issues here and in helping to promote sustainable growth for its future. In 142 particular I am in how zoning, codes and other community reviews can shape thefuture architectural character of the town. Reference 1 *: Steven P. Juroszek, AIA, NCARB Professor and Interim DirectorSchool of Architecture Montana State University 160 Cheever Hall Bozeman, MT59717 Ph: 406.994.3921 Fax: 406.994.4257 stevej@montana.edu Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Maire O'Neil Professor and Interim Director School of ArchitectureMontana State University 160 Cheever Hall Bozeman, MT 59717 406-994-3950 406-599-7630 maireo@exchange.montana.edu Other Info: How did you hear about us?: email from colleague 143 From:charleyf@architects-sma.com To:Agenda Subject:Citizen Advisory Board Application Submittal Date:Thursday, July 16, 2015 9:12:25 AM AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 204 Form inserted: 7/16/2015 9:12:16 AM Form updated: 7/16/2015 9:12:16 AM Name: Charles Franklin Physical Address *: 1710 Midfield St. P.O Box: P.O. Box 971 City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59715 Primary Phone *: (406) 570-6119 Additional Phone: (406) 219-2216 Email *: charleyf@architects-sma.com Your current occupation *: Architect Employer *: SMA Architects How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: >10 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Design Review Board City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: no If so, how long?: If so, where ?: Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: I have beena member of the Bozeman community my entire life. Throughout the years, I haveseen the city develop and evolve into what I consider to be the best place to raisemy young family. I have an extensive background in the construction industry bothas a contractor (10 yrs), and now as an architect (7 yrs). In the architecturalcommunity I have worked on significant projects with Prugh & Lenon Architects andnow with SMA Architects. This experience has given me a firm knowledge in all theplaning that is involved with larger developments, and large architectural projects 144 that take place in and around Bozeman. I believe responsible growth, and welldesigned neighborhoods are key components to the continued well being of the cityof Bozeman. I believe in community service and am an active member of the SpecialOlympics family as a men's basketball coach. Being a member of the Design ReviewBoard would combine my desire to help our community grow and thrive for futuregenerations,my knowledge of the construction industry, and my belief that gooddesign can make a positive difference in peoples lives. I look forward to putting myskills to use to better our community. please let me know if you have any additionalquestions. Thank you for your thoughtful consideration. Reference 1 *: Dennis Raffensperger - Architect, SMA Architects. 406-219-2216dennisr@architects-sma.com Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Nathan McBride - Engineer, Nishkian Monks. 406-586-2739nmcbride@nishkian.com Other Info: It is my goal, and lively-hood to make Bozeman the best place in thecountry to live and work. As a member of the Design Review Board, I will be ableput my skills to work for the people of Bozeman. Thanks again for the opportunity. How did you hear about us?: Walt Banzinger 145 From:pitamakan@mac.com To:Agenda Subject:Citizen Advisory Board Application Submittal Date:Thursday, July 02, 2015 4:13:02 PM AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 199 Form inserted: 7/2/2015 4:11:39 PM Form updated: 7/2/2015 4:11:39 PM Name: Mark Hufstetler Physical Address *: 502 N. 16th Avenue P.O Box: City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59715 Primary Phone *: (406) 587-9518 Additional Phone: Email *: pitamakan@mac.com Your current occupation *: Architectural Historian Employer *: self How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: >10 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Design Review Board City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: yes If so, how long?: Approx. 10 years If so, where ?: Bozeman (DRB and BHPAB) Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: I have beena resident of Bozeman since 1983, and a professional architectural historian fornearly 30 years. I was chair of the Bozeman Historic Preservation Advisory Board forseveral years, and have been a professional member of the Design Review Boardsince 2009. I have been very pleased to assist the city in that capacity, and feel thatthe DRB has provided valuable and worthwhile input to the city Commission andstaff during that time. I will be honored to continue this involvement with the DRBfor another term. 146 Reference 1 *: Rob Pertzborn 406-582-8988 rpertzborn@intrinsikarchitecture.com Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: no Reference 2 *: Derek Strahn 406-587-0254 derek.strahn@gmail.com Other Info: How did you hear about us?: Current DRB member 147 From:billrea3@gmail.com To:Agenda Subject:Citizen Advisory Board Application Submittal Date:Thursday, July 23, 2015 2:30:24 PM AdvisoryBoardApplicationID: 207 Form inserted: 7/23/2015 2:28:57 PM Form updated: 7/23/2015 2:28:57 PM Name: Bill Rea Physical Address *: 817 S 3rd Ave P.O Box: City*: Bozeman State*: Montana Zip Code*: 59715 Primary Phone *: (406) 587-9071 Additional Phone: Email *: billrea3@gmail.com Your current occupation *: Professor Employer *: MSU How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? *: >10 yr Which position are you applying for? *: Design Review Board City Limits *: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? *: yes If so, how long?: If so, where ?: Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences. *: am thecurrent vice-chair for the Bozeman DRB. While I fully support new members and theenergy they bring I also feel it’s important to have members with institutionalmemory. We can learn from some of the misssteps we have taken over the years. In addition continuity is important given the changes with the planning staff over thepast couple of years. The DRB is critical to the City’s mission and I am sure the workby the DRB has resulted in a more livable and economically viable place to live anddo business. I have over 25 years of experience in design and construction, teach at 148 the School of Architecture MSU, and am a licensed architect in the great state ofMontana. Thank you for your consideration. Reference 1 *: Same as last time Are you willing to comply with all ethics training requirements?: yes Reference 2 *: Same as last time Other Info: How did you hear about us?: Reminded by City Clerk's Office 149